Diego Montez’s film debut
Scenario
Sofia is a progressive, independent girl who is afraid of the word marriage. The only romances in her life are those of Jane Austen. That is, until she is mysteriously transported to the 19th century. Presented by Jules i Jim (1962).
Darcy’s noble, gentle type
I was quite surprised by this one, and in a very good way, since most of what is fantasy and “what if”; The genre is said and usually looks worn out, except for the new audience that comes along, but "Perdida" ("Lost") actually had some nice moments to share, a bit of a fresh look and a new take on some things despite the many clichés that most of us know from romance novels and fantasy themes. It is based on a bestseller (which I have not read), so what drew me to it were the fantasy themes and some of the names in the cast. Plot: ends up being funny and funny A film and one of those that you will really have a good time watching. It follows Sophia (Giovanna Grigio), a modern, independent woman and a huge fan of Jane Austen novels who wishes her romantic life was just as swooning over Mr.
So the film creates an interesting juxtaposition of the period, the romance of classic novels contrasted with modern times and how the two can come together
But in the age of dating/hookup apps and romance taking a backseat, the dream is only real in books, or so he thinks, until he’s transported to the 19th century to a place that feels like a mix of Brazil and England and racial diversity is fully embraced (I liked that, but it will confuse a lot of people) and that’s where he accidentally runs into the young, handsome, and respectable Ian Clarke (Bruno Montaleone). The rest is up to you to fill in the blanks as confusion grows between beings from different eras, different behaviors and social customs, and whether there’s even love. The production walls were incredible, from the costumes and art direction to the location (I don’t know where it was filmed, the beautiful landscapes where Sofia and Ian ride horses), the package was well presented. And if anyone has to say that there is some urgency to "Perdida" or at least the audience for it is those who feel exactly like Sofia, living and facing an incredible technological age and have the ability to believe in love and marriage outside of the social contract; but the age we are in lacks human connection, real affection (as if Austen’s period was so perfect).
Fiction as fiction, but sometimes there are touches that touch reality
if ever. with these issues there is a lot of humor, the couple is very charming, as are the supporting characters – Ian’s sister (Natalia Falcao) was my favorite, fascinated by the sunglasses and always helping Sofia. However, as a story that mocks clichés, whether they are fantasy, literature or real-life clichés, "Perdida" it is almost a waste of time for them, but it is one of those things that always attracts viewers who love these themes, but scares those who feel tired of repetition. It didn’t bother me much and managed to surprise me with a few things, and the ending felt pretty fair to everything that was presented.
Live and learn
7/10.